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Welcome to the Civilian Medical Podcast episode 077

1. Intro
2. Common Medical Emergencies at Camp

• Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis (e.g., bee stings, food allergies, poison ivy).
• Broken bones, sprains, and concussions.
• Heat exhaustion, dehydration, and sunburn.
• Drowning or near-drowning incidents.
• Camp-specific issues (archery injuries, animal bites, etc.).

2. Medical Equipment

• AED
• Drugs (depending on the training and medical oversight), such as epi, Benadryl
• Bandages, wound closure, ice packs, splints
• Tourniquets- CAT (minimum age? Should we have an extra small option)
• Electrolytes
• What kits does MGO sell that would be good for camp staff
  • IROK Kit: Good for medical staff or groups going on all-day excursions
  • Hiking Kit: For smaller groups or individuals (good to send with your teenager to camp)
  • MOM Kit: Lower-risk activities, expecting small cuts. 
  • Boo-boo Kit: Send to camp with younger kids

3. Essential Training for Staff

• First Aid, CPR (including child-specific CPR), AED, bleeding control training for everyone.
• Training resources (American Heart Association, Stop the Bleed, Red Cross).

• EpiPen training and asthma inhaler use.
• Scenario-based training: role-playing and drills.
• Establish a helicopter landing zone

5. Policies and Legal

•  Medical protocols, including when and how to call EMS.
• Establish a helicopter landing zone

• Incident documentation and parent communication.
• Good Samaritan laws and liability protections.

8. Closing Thoughts

• Recap key takeaways.
• Assess readiness, think through each camp activity
• Next Month: Off-grid excursion medical prep?

🛒 Recommended Kits from Medical Gear Outfitters

Medical Gear Outfitters offers a variety of kits tailored for different needs:

• MOM First Aid Kit: The Mom Medical First Aid Kit is designed to be the ultimate first aid kit for a mom! We all know moms have to be prepared for minor Boo Boos to major trauma!

• Boo-Boo Kit: A compact kit ideal for minor injuries during everyday activities.

• I-ROK Kit: Perfect for outdoor adventures, ensuring all supplies remain dry and accessible.

• Hiking Kit: Lightweight and perfect for a day hike.

Each of these kits can be further customized with additional items based on personal or family needs.

Medical Gear Outfitters Use Code CIVILIANMEDICAL for 10% off 

Skinny Medic – @SkinnyMedic | @skinny_medic | Medical Gear Outfitters

Bobby – @rstantontx | @bobby_wales